The stage is set for one of cricket’s most intense rivalries as India takes on Pakistan in a Champions Trophy blockbuster this Sunday in Dubai. With emotions running high in both nations, fans are eagerly awaiting this high-stakes clash.
India has dominated this fixture in recent years, winning seven out of the last eight completed ODIs against their arch-rivals, whom they only face in multi-nation tournaments.
Due to security concerns, India opted out of traveling to Pakistan for the tournament, meaning all their matches are being played in Dubai. They started their Group A campaign on a strong note, securing a comfortable six-wicket win over Bangladesh.
On the other hand, Pakistan’s title defense seems shaky after a disappointing loss to New Zealand. Skipper Mohammad Rizwan and his team will need to regroup quickly. Star batter Babar Azam faced criticism for his lack of intent, despite scoring a fifty, while opener Fakhar Zaman has been ruled out of the tournament due to an injury sustained in the match against New Zealand.
In today’s game, Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl first. They have made one change to their lineup, while India is fielding an unchanged XI. Stay tuned for all the live updates!
